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Understanding lasers : an entry-level guide /

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In 'Understanding Lasers', Jeff Hecht provides a thorough understanding of laser technology in an easy-to-understand tutorial for non-specialists who have no formal training in the field. Key topics include semiconductor lasers, solid-state lasers, gas lasers, and laser applications in inf...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Hecht, Jeff
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Piscataway, NJ : Hoboken, N.J. : IEEE Press ; John Wiley & Sons, ©2008.
Edition:3rd ed.
Series:IEEE Press understanding science & technology series.
Subjects:
Lasers.
Lasers
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Front Matter
  • Introduction and Overview
  • Physical Basics
  • How Lasers Work
  • Laser Characteristics
  • Optics and Laser Accessories
  • Types of Lasers
  • Gas Lasers
  • Solid-State and Fiber Lasers
  • Semiconductor Diode Lasers
  • Other Lasers and Related Sources
  • Low-Power Laser Applications
  • High-Power Laser Applications
  • Lasers in Research
  • Answers to Quiz Questions
  • Appendix A: Laser Safety
  • Appendix B: Handy Numbers and Formulas
  • Appendix C: Resources and Suggested Readings
  • Glossary
  • Index.